Nominate Pittsburgh Fashionistas

Pittsburgh Fashion Week
Nominations Sought For
Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame 2014

Pittsburgh Fashion Week - Fashion Hall of Fame Nomination Request

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is looking for the next Fashion Hall of Fame Inductees

(PITTSBURGH) -- It’s Pittsburgh Fashion Week’s 5TH year running annual event. As part of our fashion showcase, our proud induction caps the week long event. NOMINATIONS are being accepted for the 2014 list of inductees into the Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame at Pittsburgh Fashion Week this fall.


Are you considered a fashion icon or know someone who is?

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is looking for individuals who have impacted Pittsburgh through fashion, style or beauty.

The public is invited to nominate anyone with roots in Pittsburgh for the award. Nominations must include the name of the nominee, explanation of why the person is deserving, and contact information of the nominee. Nominations are due March 21 and may be submitted via email tohalloffame@pittsburghfashionweek.com or by snail mail to Pittsburgh Fashion Week, P.O. Box 17947, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235-7947. Please keep submissions brief. Bullet point are preferred.

Nominees will be evaluated based on longevity and significance of contribution in the general areas of fashion or beauty and must have at least 10 years in the industry. They can be persons living in Pittsburgh, or persons born or raised in Pittsburgh and currently living elsewhere. Five to eight honorees may be culled from what are expected to be scores of nominees.

The purpose is to shine a spotlight on fashion icons from the city of Pittsburgh. We want to bring them to the forefront, honor them and continue to inform Pittsburgh we have persons who have greatly impacted the World of Fashion. In addition to this induction, we will announce the “Exceptional Artist Award” now in its second year. This award will be given to an up and coming artisan exhibiting similar qualities of the nominees.

Honorees will be announced at the end of March and will be inducted at a luncheon held at the Omni William Penn hotel, downtown, on the last day of fashion week.  In which, we invite you to share another historic moment with us. The September 28th luncheon will be open to the public and will culminate a week of activities beginning Monday, September 22, 2014. http://www.pittsburghfashionweek.com/hall-of-fame/2013hall-of-fame-inductess

The public can keep up with the latest developments of Pittsburgh Fashion Week at www.pittsburghfashionweek.com and through social media outlets such as, Pittsburgh Fashion Week (Group page) and Friends of Pittsburgh Fashion Week page on Facebook  and Twitter.


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CONTACT:

Diane Withrow
Fashion Hall of Fame Committee Chairperson
halloffame@pittsburghfashionweek.com
dwithrow.pghfashionwk@gmail.com

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Fashion Week Schedule Announced

August 7, 2013

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT:
Christina Dickerson
412-657-3483
Christina@dickersoncreative.com

                        Pittsburgh Fashion Week Announces Schedule of Events

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is returning for the fourth year in a row and will be a spectacular lineup of fashion. This phenomenal week of events will highlight Pittsburgh’s fall fashions and accessories, which can be found available at several boutiques, specialty stores, department stores, and consignment stores throughout the Pittsburgh region.

Miyoshi Anderson, Executive Director & Founder of Pittsburgh Fashion Week, created this cultural and social event in hopes of gaining recognition for Pittsburgh Fashion those within the industry. Ensuring New York style and high quality runway shows, VIP seating, credentialed media access and upscale promotional and after parties.

Pittsburgh Fashion Week events include:

Monday September 23 – “The O.N.E” Opening Night Extravaganza - One Mission....One Vision....One Revolution!
Location: Highmark Stadium at 7 p.m.
Show Theme: Steeltown Industry – metal, color & fabric come together
“The Diva Chef,” Elise Wims, will emcee this stunning event to benefit the Free Wheelchair Mission

Tuesday, September 24th – “Pop Up Fashion” – Spotlight the Appetite for Fashion in Market Square from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. with Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership

Tuesday September 24th - “Rediscovering Manstyle” Fashion Show
Location: Pittsburgh Winery at 7 p.m.
Honorary models: WPXI’s News Anchor Vince Sims, KDKA’s News Anchor Rick Dayton, Former Pittsburgh Penguin Rick Tocchet and more. LaMont Jones, Fashion Icon, will emcee this remarkable show that benefits Capacity Developers Inc.

Wednesday September 25th- To Be Announced

Thursday, September 26th – Tanger Outlets 2nd Annual Pink Partini & Fashion Bash Event KDKA’s Kristine Sorensen will emcee this Fall Fashion Event that takes place from 6-8 p.m. Proceeds from the event will benefit The American Cancer Society.

Saturday September 28th- Back-to-Back Runway Show
Location: The Art Institute at 7 p.m.
This show features fashion designs and concepts from Art Institute Students

Sunday September 29th- Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame Luncheon at the Omni William Penn Hotel at 11:30 a.m. This luncheon will honor six fashion icons: Michael Barone, Jean Bryant, Tom Julian, Debbie Norrell, EB Pepper and Marianne Skiba. The Exceptional Artist Award will be presented to Jacqueline Capatolla.

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.pittsburghfashionweek.com
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Pittsburgh Fashion Nominations Sought

Nominations Sought For

Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame 2013 

Immediate Release
January 17, 2013
Pittsburgh Fashion Week - Fashion Hall of Fame Nominations

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is looking for the next six Fashion Hall of Fame Inductees

(PITTSBURGH) -- Nominations are being accepted for the fourth year inductees into the Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame at Pittsburgh Fashion Week this fall.

Are you considered a fashion icon or know someone who is?

Pittsburgh Fashion Week (PFW) is looking for individuals who have impacted Pittsburgh through fashion, style or beauty.

The public is invited to nominate anyone with roots in Pittsburgh for the award. Nominations must include the name of the nominee, explanation of why the person is deserving, and contact information of the nominee. Nominations are due February 20 and may be submitted via email to halloffame@pittsburghfashionweek.com or by snail mail to Pittsburgh Fashion Week, P.O. Box 17947, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235-7947. Please keep submissions brief. Bullet points are preferred.

Nominees will be evaluated based on longevity and significance of contribution in the general areas of fashion or beauty and must have at least 10 years in the industry. They can be persons living in Pittsburgh, or persons born or raised in Pittsburgh and currently living elsewhere. Five to eight honorees may be culled from what are expected to be scores of nominees.

The purpose is to shine a spotlight on fashion icons from the city of Pittsburgh. We want to bring them to the forefront, honor them and continue to inform Pittsburghers we have persons who have greatly impacted the World of Fashion. That is why we are honoring these iconic figures.

In addition to this induction and for the time, we will announce a NEW component the “Exceptional Artist Award”. This award will be given to an up and coming artesian exhibiting similar qualities of the nominees. Honorees will be announced in March and will be inducted at a luncheon held at the Omni William Penn hotel, downtown, on the last day of the fashion week.  In which, we invite you to share another historic moment with us. The September 29th luncheon will be open to the public and will culminate a week of activities beginning Monday, September 23.

The public can keep up with the latest developments of Pittsburgh Fashion Week at www.pittsburghfashionweek.com and on both the Friends of Pittsburgh Fashion Week page on Facebook and Twitter social media sites.

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CONTACT:
Diane Withrow
Fashion Hall of Fame Committee Chairperson
halloffame@pittsburghfashionweek.com
dwithrow.pghfashionwk@gmail.com

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Holiday Promenade on Walnut Street

Continuum Dance Theater

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Contact: Jessica Marino, Marketing Coordinator, Continuum Dance Theater
Direct: 484.599.0252    Email: pittsburghdancepress@gmail.co

THE HOLIDAY PROMENADE on WALNUT
DANCE ◦ FASHION ◦ PERFORMANCE ◦ ART
Presented by Continuum Dance Theater


When:    December 2, 2012    Open Festivities 11-3pm | VIP 3-4pm | Fashion Show 4pm
Where:   Nadia Salon | 5519 Walnut Street (Shadyside) Pittsburgh, Pa  15232
TIX:          11am-3pm FREE to the Public
                 VIP &  Fashion Show TIX Available Online www.TheDanceTicket.blogspot.com

INQUIRIES:   Sarah Parker, continuumdancetheater@gmail.com | 412.860.1628


- "intimate performances, high fashion, libations and holiday cheer!"

Join us for the HOLIDAY PROMENADE on WALNUT as Continuum Dance Theater, transforms NADIA'S SALON into a full-day holiday masterpiece of FASHION, MUSIC, and PERFORMANCE ART. Free to the public from 11am-3pm, Shadyside shoppers can enjoy libations, sweet 'Continuum Confections' and support the great arts community.  Spread some cheer with local venders, dancers, fashion designers, models, musicians and visual artists as these creative minds will offer spontaneous performance, and on site demonstrations. Also, be sure to bid on the great gifts offered by neighborhood businesses spanning across Shadyside to Wexford.  At the strike of 3pm, the Pre Runway VIP happy hour will take over, offering a cozy atmosphere for guests to unwind and warm up. This hour includes a live exclusive acoustic set played by members of Round Black Ghost, automatic entry into the specialty VIP auction, delicious refreshments, and some great conversation with the artists.  4pm marks the main Fashion Show event; unveiling an exciting collaboration between Designing Artists and Continuum Dance Theater.  Due to limited seating, reserve tickets now and be a part of the buzz with CDT,  boutique owners, designers, models, and ambassadors from our hottest Fashion organizations such as; Pittsburgh Fashion Week, Battle of Designers, and the Pittsburgh Art Institute to name a few.  Plan your day now to be sure not to miss the entertainment and art at THE HOLIDAY PROMENADE on WALNUT.

FULL LIST OF ARTISTS, PRESENTERS and GIFT SPONSORS COMING SOON

11AM–3PM
LOCAL VENDORS, SPONTANIOUS PERFORMANCE, FESTIVE REFRESHMENTS, DEMONSTRATIONS
FREE to the Public
Starting at 11AM the doors are open to the public. Make your way up the stairs to find a gallery of art by local masters, warm cider filling the air, and troves of incredible ready-to-give holiday gift baskets all wrapped up in a bow!

3PM
VIP PRE SHOW MUSIC, SMALL BITES, & LIBATIONS
$30 |  www.TheDanceTicket.blogspot.com
You do not want to miss this Pre Runway Happy Hour!  Be our VIP guest and unwind to an exclusive acoustic set performed by members of Round Black Ghost, automatic entry into the specialty gift auction basket, small bites, cocktails, conversation with the artists, and MORE!

4PM
FASHON SHOW PERFORMANCE RESERVATIONS
$15 |  www.TheDanceTicket.blogspot.com
The lights go down and the runway heats up! Fashion and dance blend as local designers showcase their latest creations inspired by Continuum Dance Theater’s recently debuted performance work THE MOVEMENT.

YOU get to vote! At the event and online, vote for which local designer will be chosen to have their piece worn by a CDT dancer in NYC this coming January at the APAP NYC 2013 Conference!

Reservations suggested by purchasing your ticket in advance online, www.TheDanceTicket.blogspot.com.  You will be added to the guest list for the evening.
Intimate venue with limited seating.
CONTACT | 412.860.1628 | continuumdancetheater@gmail.com

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Inaugural Pittsburgh Fashion Week

PGH FASHION WEEK 2012
Sept 24th - Sept 30th

The inaugural Pittsburgh Fashion Week occurs at the perfect time to highlight fall fashions and accessories available at the plethora of local boutiques, specialty stores, department stores, and consignment and off-price stores. While embracing and encompassing the breadth of fashion available in Pittsburgh, the event will set a new standard in terms of high-quality, New York-style runway shows complete with VIP seating, credentialed media access, and upscale promotional and after-parties that will attract thousands.

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is a cultural and social event that will grow each year, giving experts one more reason to name the city "America's Most Livable." While the city's championship sports teams, unique cultural amenities, and wonderful people have put Pittsburgh on the map, Pittsburgh Fashion Week will help make sure we stay there.

The event's official Web site, www.pittsburghfashionweek.com, is where the public can sign up to volunteer, glean sponsorship information, view a schedule of events, register to attend, and see day-to-day coverage of fashion week highlights.

For More Info:
 
www.pittsburghfashionweek.com
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR & FOUNDER
MIYOSHI ANDERSON
 PHONE:412.918.6742
EMAIL:miyoshi@pittsburghfashionweek.com

DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS AFFAIRS
DOTTIE KICHTA
PHONE:412.918.6733
EMAIL:dottie.kichta@pittsburghfashionweek.com

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Calling All Runway Aspiring Models

Pittsburgh Fashion Week Newsletter
September 24 - September 30, 2012

[Pittsburgh, Pa] Welcome Media: Please join us during the largest runway workshop in Pittsburgh. Show current/official media credentials  during registration and interview models and designers attending the workshop.

iModel System

Presents

"Runway BootCAMP 101" 

This Will Be The LARGEST Runway Workshop in Pittsburgh

Miyoshi Anderson

The iModel System Runway Workshop with  renown model Miyoshi Anderson

Work With The Best Runway Model Here In The City Of Pittsburgh....

Miyoshi has walked for many designers and retail stores large and small.
Learn how YOU can perfect your walk and build your confidence on the runway and in everyday life.

The iModel System "Runway BootCAMP 101" is for professional, aspiring, hopeful models of All shapes and sizes.

Women and Men, Petite and Plus, Small and Tall...and Miyoshi is going to show YOU how!

For more information about the iModel System, visit http://www.imodelsystem.com


Tickets are $25 to participate in the workshop
Get YOUR ticket TODAY!


We will also have vendors: Focus Fashion - owner LaKisha Pattin who will talk about styling oneself and
Rodan + Fields - Reps: Amy and Jennie to talk about healthy skin

We're Looking forward to seeing YOU there!

DATE: Tuesday July 31
LOCATION: The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - downtown
                    (Gallery)
                    420 Blvd of The Allies
                    Pittsburgh, PA 15219
REGISTRATION: Starts at 5:30 P.M.
TIME: 6 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.

What To Bring....?

Female models: Bring heels that you are comfortable walking in; not too tall or too large. Please come with hair pulled back and natural face. Wear clothing close to the body BUT not risque.
Male models: Wear comfortable shoes, jeans and a close fitting shirt/t-shirt


Disclaimer: If you are under aged be prepared to attend with a parent/guardian to sign a release form.

Visit our home on the web:

www.pittsburghfashionweek.com

Images:  Miyoshi Anderson, Pittsburgh Fashion Week

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Calling All Student Fashionistas to Live Style Competition

Pittsburgh Fashion Week Newsletter

Student Competition and Meet Host of "How Do I Look?"

Fashion continues to emerge in Pittsburgh!!!

Watch and cover our industry's own fashion stylists as they ramp up for a live competition at The Mall at Robinson.

All individuals ages 18+ are eligible to compete in a live style competition. To register, post a picture with personal fashion statement expression why the contestant would like to compete on The Mall at Robinson Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/shoprobinsonmall.

Four contestants will be selected as qualifiers and will be contacted and asked to report to The Mall at Robinson at 12:30 p.m. this weekend on Saturday, April 21 to receive $150 and one hour to shop and model a fresh, innovated style. Winner will receive a $500 gift card.

VIP MEET & GREET WITH JEANNIE MAI

The Mall at Robinson is offering Fashionistas the opportunity for a VIP meeting with Jeannie Mai, Correspondent for Fashion Star and Host of Style Network's popular program "How Do I Look?" Students who attend on Saturday, April 21 at 1:00p.m. will be invited to meet and visit with Jeannie Mai and KDKA's Christine Sorenson. A great opportunity to expand a professional network in the fashion industry.

ALSO IN THE GRAND COURT from 1 to 3 p.m.
* The Live Style Competition
*A Spring Fashion Show
*Meet Jeannie Mai
*Mini Mani and Makeover Studio
*Prizes and more

The Mall Robinson is located at 100 Robinson Centre Drive, Pittsburgh, PA 15205.
Questions about the competition or VIP meet and greet with Jeannie Mai: 412-788-0816

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Pittsburgh Fashion Icons Inducted into Fashion Hall of Fame

Pittsburgh Fashion Week Newsletter

Press Release:
Immediate Release #3
March 21, 2012

Pittsburgh Fashion Week

Presents the Third Annual Induction of Fashion Icons

Into the

Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame 2012

(Pittsburgh, Pa)– The votes are in and Pittsburgh Fashion Week is delighted to announce the third year of nominees for induction to the Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame 2012. The honoree’s qualification is based upon their unique, outstanding, and long-term contribution to fashion, style and beauty in Southwestern Pennsylvania. This distinction is bestowed by Pittsburgh Fashion Week and will occur annually during the weeklong event.


The Honorees:


Demeatria Boccella – Founder & Producer of Fashion Africana

(Honored Posthumously) Nick Bracco – Founder of Pittsburgh Fashion Magazine and Fashion Photographer

Norman Childs – Founder & CEO of EYETIQUE Corp.

Violet Caridi Gallo – Non Profit Fundraiser, Designer

(Honored Posthumously) Ilene Waldman – Owner of the Namedropper Boutiques

Dolores Warwick – Executive Producer of Folio Production

The six inductees chosen for the 2012 Fashion Hall of Fame will be honored at a luncheon at the Omni William Penn Hotel on Sunday, Sept. 30, 2012. Pittsburgh Fashion Week attendees can purchase tickets through our website: www.pittsburghfashionweek.com or by personal check, in c/o Pittsburgh Fashion Week Hall of Fame luncheon.

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Nominate Pittsburgh Fashionistas for the Fashion Hall of Fame 2012

Pittsburgh Fashion Week

Nominations Sought For

Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame 2012

Immediate Release
January 6, 2012

Pittsburgh Fashion Week - Fashion Hall of Fame Nominations

Pittsburgh Fashion Week is looking for the next six Fashion Hall of Fame Inductees

(PITTSBURGH) -- Nominations are being accepted for the third line of inductees into the Pittsburgh Fashion Hall of Fame at Pittsburgh Fashion Week this fall.

Are you considered a fashion icon or know someone who is? Pittsburgh Fashion Week (PFW) is looking for individuals who have impacted Pittsburgh through fashion, style and beauty.

The public is invited to nominate anyone with roots in Pittsburgh for the award. Nominations must include the name of the nominee, explanation of why the person is deserving, and contact information of the nominee. Nominations are due February 15 and may be submitted via email to halloffame@pittsburghfashionweek.com or by snail mail to Pittsburgh Fashion Week, P.O. Box 17947, Pittsburgh, PA, 15235-7947. Please keep submissions brief. Bullet points are preferred.

Nominees will be evaluated based on longevity and significance of contribution in the general areas of fashion or beauty and must have at least 10 years in the industry. They can be persons living in Pittsburgh, or persons born or raised in Pittsburgh and currently living elsewhere. Five to eight honorees may be culled from what are expected to be scores of nominees.

The purpose is to shine a spotlight on fashion icons from the city of Pittsburgh. We want to bring them to the forefront to honor them and continue to inform Pittsburghers that there are people here and from here who have done prominent things in the world of fashion. That is why we are honoring these iconic figures. Honorees will be announced in March and will be inducted at a luncheon at the Omni William Penn hotel, Downtown, on the last day of fashion week, September 30.

Aside from fashion weeks in major American cities such as New York, Los Angeles, and Miami, a number of smaller cities have debuted their own fashion weeks in recent years: Portland, Ore., Charlotte, Chicago, Atlanta, Philadelphia and Phoenix to name a few. But none began as ambitiously as Pittsburgh Fashion Week in terms of length, and none have a hall of fame concept to honor local fashion luminaries.

The public can keep up with the latest developments of Pittsburgh Fashion Week at www.pittsburghfashionweek.com and through social media on the Friends of Pittsburgh Fashion Week page on Facebook and Twitter.


Thank You,


Miyoshi Anderson
Executive Director and Founder

Visit us at our home on the web: http://www.pittsburghfashionweek.com/
 

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